Unity® AAC is Here: Research-Based Communication Comes to iOS
What is Unity®?
Unity® is a language system that uses multi-meaning icons arranged in a consistent organisational structure with symbol family trees.
Words have a unique motor pattern that never changes, allowing users to develop automatic recall and focus on communication rather than navigation.
The system supports language development – from first words to conversational communication.
Who Can Benefit from Unity®?
Designed for individuals of all ages, Unity supports a wide range of users, including those with apraxia, cerebral palsy, autism, Down syndrome, Rett syndrome, and other communication challenges. It accommodates different access methods, such as:
- Touch
- Head tracking (integrated into the app)
- Eye tracking (using iOS Accessibility)
- Switch scanning (using iOS Accessibility or integrated into the app)
(Access methods may be dependent on iPad® or iPhone® hardware and software compatibility.)
New Features Exclusive to the Unity® App
- Reduced keystrokes: Working to get word access down to three touches throughout the vocabulary
- Enhanced organisation: Drop down activity row restructure for improved visual layout and faster access to nouns
- iOS-specific features: Learning word prediction, movable cursor in speech display bar, and integrated data collection with Realize Language™.
Features
- Multi-meaning symbols organize words in symbol families based on their association and parts of speech
- Thousands of pre-stored frequently used core and fringe words along with easy-to-edit spaces for customized vocabulary
- 1-Hit and Sequenced English files available in 28, 36, 60, and 84 button locations
- Vocabulary Builder™ helps you focus on small sets of words while keeping the motor plan consistent
- Word Finder™ shows where vocabulary is stored within the app.
